Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2011 Ford F-550 SD
NHTSA data on file today
The 2011 Ford F-550 SD has 12 NHTSA recall campaigns and 3 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #15V175000 Engine Shutdown in Emergency Vehicles NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #15V112000 Wheelchair Lift Platform Cracking NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #14V453000 PTO Pressure Switch Oil Leak may Result in Fire NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #14V360000 PTO Pressure Switch Oil Leak may Result in Fire NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #14V336000 PTO Pressure Switch Oil Leak may Result in Fire NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #14V328000 PTO Pressure Switch Oil Leak may Result in Fire NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #14V327000 PTO Pressure Switch Oil Leak may Result in Fire NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #14V379000 PTO Pressure Switch Oil Leak may Result in Fire NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #14V382000 PTO Pressure Switch Oil Leak may Result in Fire NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #14V307000 PTO Pressure Switch Oil Leak may Result in Fire NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #11V128000 BODY CONTROL MODULE NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #10V659000 BODY CONTROL MODULE NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Equipment 1 complaint
- Power Train 1 complaint
- Structure 1 complaint
- Suspension 1 complaint
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $15,000–$25,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2011 Ford F-550 SD has an average reliability rating due to issues with powertrain, especially in certain modified vehicles with PTO assemblies. While recall data suggests potential concerns with TCM/PCM and equipment, owner complaints are not prevalent. However, repeated recall listings for PTO assemblies resulting in leakage concerns, combined with sporadic complaints, suggest a moderate reliability profile.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| PTO assemblies | 40,000-80,000 miles | $500–$1,200 | very common |
| TCM/PCM modules | 50,000-100,000 miles | $400–$1,000 | common |
| Exhaust sensors | 60,000-90,000 miles | $200–$600 | common |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Replace brake pads and rotors
- Transmission fluid change
- Cooling system service
- Inspect and replace belts
- Check and maintain fluid levels
- Exhaust system inspection
- Replace air filter
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Leaks near exhaust blanket
- Dashboard light errors
- Audible clicking noise
- Inconsistent transmission shifts
- Overheating engine indicator
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2011 Ford F-550 SD at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.